eddy Definition
- 1a circular movement of water, wind, or any fluid substance, especially one that creates a small whirlpool
- 2a current of air or water moving against the main current's direction
Using eddy: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eddy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The boat was caught in an eddy and couldn't move forward.
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The wind created an eddy behind the building.
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The river had many eddies where fish could be found.
eddy Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with eddy
an electric current induced within conductive materials by a changing magnetic field in proximity to the material
Example
Eddy currents are used in metal detectors to detect metallic objects.
a technique used in atmospheric science to measure the exchange of gases between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere
Example
Eddy covariance is used to study the carbon cycle and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Eddy viscosity is important in the study of turbulence in fluids.
Origins of eddy
from Old Norse 'itha', meaning 'whirlpool'
Summary: eddy in Brief
'Eddy' [ˈɛdi] refers to a circular movement of water, wind, or any fluid substance, especially one that creates a small whirlpool. It can also refer to a current of air or water moving against the main current's direction. Examples include 'The boat was caught in an eddy and couldn't move forward.' and 'The river had many eddies where fish could be found.' Phrases like 'eddy current' and 'eddy covariance' denote specific scientific techniques.
